Internships

High Impact Internships

An internship should be more than a summer job. It’s an opportunity to have a unique professional experience that prepares you for the future. And that’s what Prairie State offers—our interns work at the cutting edge of the energy industry, with technology that’s state-of-the-art. It’s a great way to learn not just what the industry is today, but what it will be tomorrow.

Internship Application

Our internships run the gamut from electrical and mechanical engineering to facilities management and everything in between. We love to share our energy campus with the next generation of leaders. Each year, Prairie State offers a paid summer internship program to students enrolled in college or technical degree programs from a number of different disciplines. Selected interns will have the opportunity to work with our professionals in our three areas of concentration: coal mining, power generation, and corporate services. Internships are typically scheduled to begin at the end of May and last approximately 10 to 12 weeks.

We know the best talent starts their internship search early. That’s why our recruitment efforts are done in the fall, with internship positions posted in the November to December timeframe.

Energize Your Career

At its core, our mission is to provide clean, reliable, and affordable energy to our member communities. But we couldn’t do it without our people. If you’re looking for a rewarding career that empowers you to have a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.

Latest News

This week, Prairie State was pleased to welcome our 2019 Intern Class to campus. These individuals will be performing meaningful work in various departments across campus, focusing in their area of study. We look forward to a great summer!

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